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Arsenal overhauled summer transfer plans with extensive shortlist, BBC News reports

BBC News reports that Arsenal pursued over 20 transfer targets, securing Bruno Guimaraes while missing key forwards.

Updated Sep 5, 2026 · 20:19 UTC1 reports

The short version

  • Arsenal entered the summer transfer window considering a shortlist of more than 20 potential acquisitions.[BBC News]
  • The club signed midfielder Bruno Guimaraes for £75m and completed a £51m deal with £4m in add-ons for Ezri Konsa.[BBC News]
  • Targeted moves for forward Morgan Rogers failed after Chelsea signed him for £117m, while Vinicius Jr opted to remain at Real Madrid.[BBC News]

Key facts

  • Arsenal entered the summer transfer window targeting a shortlist comprising more than 20 players.[BBC News]
  • Bruno Guimaraes moved to Arsenal from Newcastle United for a £75m fee.[BBC News]
  • Ezri Konsa was acquired from Aston Villa for £51m alongside £4m in potential add-ons.[BBC News]
  • Chelsea acquired primary Arsenal attacking target Morgan Rogers for £117m.[BBC News]

What remains uncertain

  • Sources reported that the transfer for Ezri Konsa was ultimately finalized directly between the owners of both clubs.[BBC News]
  • Sources indicated during the summer that Vinicius Jr was unwilling to depart Real Madrid despite outside interest.[BBC News]

Sources

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